The Confederation of African Football has confirmed that the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations will take place from June 19 to July 17, 2027, setting the stage for what promises to be a landmark edition of Africa’s biggest football tournament.

The tournament window was approved during a high-level meeting held ahead of the 76th FIFA Congress in Vancouver, Canada, as part of FIFA’s broader planning for the international football calendar across all confederations.

East Africa Set for Historic Hosting Role

In a historic first, the tournament will be jointly hosted by Kenya, Uganda, and Tanzania — a milestone moment for East African football.

The three nations will share hosting duties, making AFCON 2027 the first edition of the competition to be staged across the East African region on such a scale. The move is expected to boost football infrastructure, tourism, and economic activity across all three countries while showcasing East Africa’s growing influence in continental football.

Qualification Race to Begin After 2026 World Cup

CAF is expected to ramp up preparations in the coming months, with the qualification draw scheduled shortly after the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

The qualification campaign is expected to begin between September and November 2026, setting in motion a continent-wide race for places at the finals.

National teams across Africa will begin planning early as they look to secure qualification for what is already shaping up to be one of the most exciting AFCON editions in recent history.

More Details Expected Soon

While the tournament dates have now been confirmed, details regarding host cities, stadium venues, infrastructure projects, and logistics are expected to be announced gradually as the host nations work closely with CAF and other football stakeholders.

With East Africa preparing to welcome the continent’s biggest football stars, AFCON 2027 is shaping up to be not just a football tournament — but a celebration of African unity, culture, and sporting excellence.